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FV09 VGK

2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto

Silver Petrol 799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,401 mi
Last recorded84,401 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto56,817 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 VGK
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion CDI Auto
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 84,401 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 80,472 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

all suspension components corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2020 77,927 miles

both front tyres slight cracking

Pass 30 Nov 2019 74,812 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 70,101 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2018 70,101 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 63,948 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 57,657 miles

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Fail 16 Dec 2016 57,657 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both front (3.5.1g)

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2015 41,976 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 36,015 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 27,593 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 18,670 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 16,910 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 697 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
3,961
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
697
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 101
coil spring broken 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61
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FV09 VGK is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto in Silver with a 799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 56,817 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV09 VGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV09 VGK registered?

FV09 VGK is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto, first registered on 17 July 2009.

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The MOT history for FV09 VGK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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